In this episode of Star Citizen Sunday, Ry provides updates on Alpha 3.21, including the introduction of three new Jump points for testing and balancing. He also highlights various quality of life updates, new features being worked on by the development team, and upcoming events and promotions in the game.
In this episode of Star Citizen Sunday, Ry provides updates on various aspects of the game. First, he discusses the continuous patches and improvements being made on Alpha 3.21, along with the addition of three new Jump points. However, he clarifies that the release of Alpha 4.0 and Pyro to live is not expected by the end of this year. The Jump points are likely being introduced for testing, balancing, and expanding trade routes within the game. The release of systems like Magnus and Terra is not anticipated anytime soon.
Moving on, Ry highlights the numerous quality of life updates and bug fixes that have been implemented in the patches for Alpha 3.21. These updates include improvements to ground vehicle physics, adjustments to headlights on the Constellation series, and the ability to sell items owned by other party members. The first patch for Alpha 3.21 is expected around October 21st or 22nd, with further patches and updates to come.
Ry then provides insights into some of the features being worked on by the development team. Ship trespassing mechanics are being refined, allowing ship owners to hunt down intruders without gaining a crime stat. The new player experience is being improved at New Babbage on Microtech, with the addition of convenient shops along the pathway. The EUU team is also working on independent control for beams and the ability to mix and match tractor and salvaging beams. Additionally, the video showcases progress on various ships, such as the Anvil Hawk’s rear hold for bounties, the freelancers’ physical component housing, the Origin X1 hover bike, the RSI Apollo medivac interior, and alien materials for the Santo Ki.
Finally, Ry mentions the branding team’s work on visual identities for each brand in the game and the improvements made to the cargo interaction system, making it easier to fit cargo containers in cargo bays. He also discusses the October subscriber promotion, the release of the roadmap update, and the Day of the Vara (inverse Halloween) celebrations with various competitions. Lastly, Ry reminds viewers to consider subscribing, supporting through Patreon and membership, and provides links to further detailed coverage of the Squadron 42 and persistent universe reports.